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Where to Get Last Minute New Year's Eve Reservations in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Dec 27, 2022

Whether you are looking for a low-key romantic dinner with your sweetie, an adventurous prix fixe meal or live music with a Champagne toast at midnight ...
Where to Eat Kosher this Hanukkah in Dallas

By Molly Wolchansky
Dec 19, 2022

If you’re wanting to eat kosher this Hanukkah, a variety of great spots in the Dallas area are Dallas Kosher certified. DK is the oldest kosher certification agency in the Southwest, and the following restaurants have all been approved by the prestigious organization. From sushi to challah to pizza to latkes,...
Where To Get Blinded by Christmas Lights in DFW

By Liam Gaughan
Dec 19, 2022

If you find yourself with nothing to do during Dallas’ holiday season, you’re clearly not looking very hard. North Texas is packed with events, festivals, shows, and experiences that are sure to make the festive season much, much merrier.
Updated: The Best Holiday Pop Ups at Dallas Restaurants and Bars

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Dec 14, 2022

Ready or not, the Christmas spirit is happening and you’ll find seasonal spirits and food to keep things festive at several pop-ups around Dallas.
A Travel Blogger's Guide to Local, Original Gifts This Christmas

By Jessica Serna
Dec 13, 2022

The holidays mean more than just potlucks, budgeting for the best gifts and decorating. Unlike the rest of the year, this is the season to think about how to use your time and money with intention.
Bake Your Way Through the Holiday With These Festive Baking Classes

By Molly Wolchansky
Dec 8, 2022

December is a month filled with holiday decor, gifts, and, best of all, sweets and treats. Take a break from all that shopping and spend some time with ...
Make Your Teen’s (or Tween’s) Holiday Merry With These Fun Events

By Kendall Morgan
Dec 6, 2022

There’s no denying this time of year has a special magic. But when your littles are too old to sit on Santa’s lap, it might be a bit harder to get them into that holiday spirit.
Host a Christmas Cookie Exchange With These Tips from Familystyle Food

By Laine Doss
Dec 5, 2022

There's no better way to get a smile out of everyone from your grumpy coworker to your favorite aunt than a batch of homemade cookies.
How To Make Your Christmas Tree Cool Like You

By Kendall Morgan
Dec 5, 2022

Trimming the tree with personality and wit is having a moment. In 2022, decking the halls is a choose-your-own-adventure event.
The Coolest Holiday Events in DFW, From Drag Bingo to Swiftiemas

By Madalene Garcia, Merritt Martin and Eva Raggio
Dec 5, 2022

Don’t ask how it got here so fast, but the holidays officially began when you took that final bite of turkey and mash last week.
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Nov. 23–29

By Merritt Martin
Nov 23, 2022

It’s not all about the human kids. Furry and feathered friends deserve to tell the jolly man in the red suit which toys they want with a bow on top, and Galleria Dallas (13350 Dallas Parkway) is making that possible before we even get to Turkey time.
Where to Get Your Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Fix in Dallas

By Anisha Holla
Nov 15, 2022

Thanksgiving is creeping around the corner. After a year-long rest, it’s time for the turkey stuffing, potato mashing, and cornbread baking to begin again ...
Your Holiday Guide To the Best Pies in Dallas

By Angie Quebedeaux
Nov 11, 2022

Let’s be clear: the most important part of any successful holiday celebration is dessert. So, we’re here to make your Thanksgiving easy as pie by sharing these great places around DFW to get your sweet treats and win the blue-ribbon prize with your family and friends. You better order soon, though,...
Wines to Get You Through the Most Expensive Turkey Day Ever

By Jeff Siegel
Nov 10, 2022

Holiday planning got you down? Terrified at the cost of groceries? Overwhelmed by every story that comes shrieking over your feed, crying “The Most Expensive Thanksgiving Ever!!!”
Norma's Cafe Continues Thanksgiving Tradition of Giving Back

By Angie Quebedeaux
Nov 10, 2022

The Oak Cliff location of Norma’s Café has been giving back to the local community on Thanksgiving Day for over 30 years by offering a free Thanksgiving dinner.
Butterball Offers Emotional Support and Plenty of Turkey

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Nov 9, 2022

Previously we reported on potential turkey shortages this year due to the Avian Flu virus affecting flocks of fowl around the country. Well, calm your feathers
Thankful for Reservations: Best Dallas Restaurants for Thanksgiving

By Angie Quebedeaux
Nov 4, 2022

As we barrel toward the season of Christmas carols, holiday lights and mistletoe, let’s all take the opportunity to pause, even if just for a day, and give thanks for all the great things in our lives. If you’re not up for preparing a Thanksgiving feast yourself, consider making a...
20 North Texas Spots for Great Thanksgiving Takeout

By Angie Quebedeaux
Nov 3, 2022

Earlier this week, we offered up a list of great places to dine in for turkey day, but we get that there are advantages to eating at home.
8 Modern Christmas Songs That Aren’t So Bad

By Carly May Gravley
Nov 3, 2022

When we think of classic Christmas music, we tend to think of songs that are at least 50 years old. The most recent song that has truly earned the title of holiday standard is Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” which came out almost 30 years ago.
Dress Up as One of These Texas-Linked Characters for Halloween ... For Practically Nothing!

By Danny Gallagher
Oct 25, 2022

It's that glorious time of the year when people open their doors to the sounds of eager knocks from tiny ghouls in search of delicious candy. If we celebrated Halloween more and war less, the world would be a much nicer place. If you're an adult who believes in maintaining...